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105: A Conversation with Tankersley Construction
FromHot Young Designers Club | Interior Design Business Podcast
105: A Conversation with Tankersley Construction
FromHot Young Designers Club | Interior Design Business Podcast
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Length:
64 minutes
Released:
Nov 24, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
What is the most challenging part of your business? What percentage of your projects involve working with a designer? How do you vet clients before getting into pre-construction? Rebecca and Shaun sit down with Steve and Heather Tankersley, owners of Tankersley Construction, to discuss their business.In this episode, Rebecca and Shaun speak with Steve and Heather to discuss:The most successful and challenging projects for Steve and Heather Tankersley’s pre-construction process where they evaluate design goals, budget, etcChallenges of traditional contracting methodsHaving a structured process for vetting clients – a form on the website, in-person or virtual meetings, etcThe need for designers to stand firm in their boundaries rather than compromise on unprofitable projectsThe potential for clients to shop around after receiving the pre-construction documentationSteve’s experience with Sandler Training and how it has helped them in their businessFrustration with clients who refuse to budge on costs despite inflationRenovation costs are unlikely to go down and will increase due to inflationImpact of social media on shaping people’s perceptions of home designA client’s experience of wasting $50,000 on plans that were not feasible to build due to budget constraintsHow National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) is helping to make the remodeling industry betterHeather and Steve’s goals for the future of their company Mentioned:Visit Tankersley Construction WebsiteSteven and Heather Tankersley (@tankersley_construction) on InstagramSandler Sales TrainingBusiness of Home article - Inflation is going down. Why aren’t contractor bids?National Association of The Remodeling IndustryRemodelers AdvantageOur links:Subscribe and leave a review - Apple PodcastsLike, Comment, & Follow - Hot Young Designers Club InstagramRebecca’s Instagram Shaun’s InstagramFor more information - Check out the websiteBecome a “Loyal Hottie” - Support us on Patreon Design Resources - Check out our shopMentioned in this episode:Black Friday Sale25% off everything in our...
Released:
Nov 24, 2023
Format:
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